High-demand careers
One thousand seven hundred and fifty-six careers with growing or fast-growing demand, careers where the underlying employment data shows growing or fast-growing demand, the kind of roles where good people are absorbed quickly and salaries trend upward as the work expands. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 35 of 36 for high-demand careers.
1756 careers in High-demand careers, page 35 of 36
VFX Technical Director
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Develops tools, scripts, and workflows to support visual effects production, troubleshooting technical issues and…
Video Game Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $140,910
Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character…
Videographer
Associate's or Bachelor's in Film, Media Production, or related field · $55,000
Plans, shoots, and edits video content for corporate, commercial, documentary, or social media purposes, managing…
Virologist
Ph.D. in Virology, Microbiology, or Immunology · $105,000
Studies viruses and their interactions with host organisms, researching viral pathogenesis, evolution, diagnostics, and…
Virtual Production Specialist
Bachelor's Degree in VFX, Film, or Engineering · $120,000
Manages real-time rendering and virtual production technologies on set. Operates LED volumes and real-time VFX systems.
Virtual Production Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Oversee the integration of virtual production technologies and workflows into film, television, and media projects by…
Virtual Staging Specialist / 3D Tour Creator
Certificate or Associate's in 3D Design, Interior Design, or Digital Media · $55,000
Creates virtual staging, 3D property tours, and digital renderings for real estate listings, using software to furnish…
Visual Designer
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $100,000
Creates visual identity and branding for digital products. Designs graphics, illustrations, typography, and color…
Visual Development Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Visual Development Artists create the visual style and aesthetic for animated films, video games, and other media. They…
Visual Effects Artist (VFX)
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Computer Science · $95,000
Creates visual effects for film, television, and digital media. Develops complex effects including particle systems,…
Visual Effects Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Film · $135,000
Supervises visual effects work on set and in post-production. Coordinates with cinematography and other departments.
Volumetric Capture Specialist
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's in VFX or Engineering · $110,000
Captures and processes volumetric data for 3D reconstruction. Creates volumetric content for immersive media.
VP Engineering
Master's Degree · $280,000
Leads and scales engineering organizations, setting technical vision and strategy to deliver innovative products.…
VP of Communications
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to enhance brand reputation, manage public relations, and…
VP of Content
Master's degree · $150,000
Leads the content strategy, creation, and distribution for an organization, overseeing content teams and ensuring…
VP of Customer Success
Master's degree · $180,000
Leads the customer success department, developing strategies to maximize customer retention, satisfaction, and loyalty.…
VP of Design
Bachelor's Degree or Design Certification · $330,000
Leads design organization at executive level, setting company-wide design vision and strategy. Reports to C-level,…
VP of Development
Master's Degree · $220,000
Lead and oversee all development initiatives, including fundraising strategies, product lifecycles, and software…
VP of HR
Master's Degree · $240,000
Oversees all aspects of human resources, including talent management, workforce planning, employee relations,…
VP of Marketing
Bachelor's Degree · $180,000
The Vice President of Marketing is a senior executive responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing…
VP of Medical Affairs
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $234,804
Directs medical affairs activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and high…
VP of Operations
Master's Degree · $180,000
Oversees and optimizes organizational operational processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability…
VP of Partnerships / Head of Alliances
Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) · $260,000
Leads the company's partnership and alliance strategy, managing relationships with strategic technology partners, ISVs,…
VP of People
Master's Degree · $260,000
Lead the entire people function at a high-growth technology company or startup, developing and executing the people…
VP of Product
Bachelor's Degree · $320,000
Leads entire product organization, setting company-wide product vision and strategy. Reports to C-level, manages…
VP of Programs
Master's Degree · $180,000
Oversee the strategic planning, development, and execution of an organization's programs, ensuring alignment with…
VP of Talent
Master's degree · $180,000
Lead the development and execution of the organization's talent strategy, overseeing talent acquisition, development,…
Vue.js Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $118,000
Develops web applications using Vue.js framework; builds reactive UIs and manages component architecture.
Vulnerability Management Analyst
Bachelor's in Cybersecurity or IT; CompTIA Security+, Qualys/Tenable certifications · $88,000
Manages the enterprise vulnerability management program, conducting regular scans, prioritizing findings by risk,…
Vulnerability Researcher
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Discover, analyse, and document security vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and network systems through reverse…
Warehouse Automation Engineer
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Robotics · $105,000
Designs, implements, and maintains automated warehouse systems including robotics, conveyor systems, AS/RS, and AGVs to…
Warehouse Management System (WMS) Analyst
Bachelor's in Information Systems, Supply Chain, or Computer Science · $82,000
Configures, maintains, and optimizes warehouse management systems to improve operational efficiency, troubleshoot…
Waste Management & Recycling Coordinator
Associate's Degree · $62,000
Coordinate waste reduction, recycling, composting, and hazardous waste management programs for municipalities,…
Water Quality Scientist
Master's Degree · $85,000
Monitor, analyze, and develop solutions for water quality challenges in rivers, lakes, groundwater, and coastal…
Water Resource Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Design and manage water supply, stormwater, and wastewater infrastructure projects to ensure sustainable water resource…
Water Resources Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering; Master's valued) · $95,000
Plans and designs water supply, stormwater management, flood control, and watershed systems, using hydrology and…
Wealth Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Advise clients on financial planning, investments, and other financial services. Help individuals and organizations…
Web Administrators
Bachelor's Degree · $140,910
Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality…
Web3 Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $165,000
Develops decentralized web applications; builds on blockchain platforms and protocols.
Web3 Full-Stack Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $152,000
Develops full-stack Web3 applications; integrates blockchain with frontend and backend systems.
Wellness Coach
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Guides individuals in developing and implementing personalized plans to improve their overall health and well-being,…
Wetland Scientist
Bachelor's Degree · $82,000
Conduct wetland delineations, functional assessments, and mitigation banking analyses to support permitting for…
Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Bachelor's Degree · $96,310
Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level,…
Wildland Firefighter
High school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require an Associate's degree or specialized certifications. · $55,000
Wildland firefighters are specialized emergency responders who combat wildfires in forests, grasslands, and other…
Wind Energy Project Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Originate, develop, and advance onshore wind energy projects from site identification through financial close and…
Wind Power Forecasting Analyst
Master's Degree · $115,000
Develop and maintain statistical and machine learning models to forecast wind energy production for grid operators,…
Wind Turbine Design Engineer
Master's Degree · $130,000
Design and optimize wind turbine components including blades, nacelles, towers, and drivetrains to maximize energy…
Wind Turbine Service Technician
Associate's Degree · $61,770
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbines to ensure safe and efficient electricity generation. Climb…
Wind Turbine Service Technicians
Post-Secondary Certificate · $62,580
Inspect, diagnose, adjust, or repair wind turbines. Perform maintenance on wind turbine equipment including resolving…
Wireless Network Engineer (Wi-Fi / RF)
Bachelor's in IT or Electrical Engineering; CWNA/CWDP/CWSP certifications · $92,000
Designs and manages enterprise wireless networks, conducting RF site surveys, deploying access points, optimizing…